Teen Intermediate Aerials (12 – 18 years)

Aerial Circus, Intermediate

This intermediate class is for teens who are ready to develop their aerial skills further while learning how to work safely and support one another in the air.

Classes focus on building strength, endurance, and technical clarity, while also encouraging creativity, flow, and confident movement.

Students will learn new skills and short sequences, refine technique, and explore how to move with intention and control on the apparatus in a supportive group environment.

Prerequisites:
• Ability to invert in the air
• Familiarity with basic catchers
• Confident climbs
• Understanding of hip locks

Requirements:

For participants aged 12-17 years

Prerequisites:
• Ability to invert in the air
• Familiarity with basic catchers
• Confident climbs
• Understanding of hip locks

If you’re unsure whether this class is the right fit, our team is happy to help – just email circus@move.org.nz

Please bring or wear leggings to protect your skin from the aerial apparatus and bring a long sleeve top to put on for certain aerial skills

Timing and location:

Fridays @ 4:30-5:30pm

Movement Studio 2,

Level 2, Parakiore

Price:

$20 (on-line booking or payment on the day)

$144 for the 8 week term booking (on-line booking only)

Your tutor

Valentina Piasente

Valentina discovered circus in 2010 and hasn’t looked back. With a background in artistic swimming, she specializes in aerial silks, rope, and vertical dance. She co-founded the contemporary circus collective “Aria Alta Tessuti Aerei” in Venice and has trained with leading schools across Europe. Combining her Master’s in Social Work with her love of circus, Valentina has taught socially engaged projects worldwide. With over seven years of teaching across Europe, Australia, and New Zealand, she inspires creativity, confidence, and connection in every student. Valentina is also a proud mum of two energetic boys who keep her grounded and inspired.